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According to Twitter, the actor’s victory saw around 440,000 tweets per minute, replacing DeGeneres’ previous record of 225,000 tweets per minute.

Among those tweeting about DiCaprio was outspoken rapper Kanye West, who congratulated the actor on winning an Oscar on his sixth attempt.

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West posted a message to Twitter after the win, describing DiCaprio as “our guy” and adding: “We’re so so happy for Leo!” DiCaprio had previously been romantically linked to West’s friend and collaborator Rihanna.

Meanwhile, DiCaprio used his Oscar acceptance speech to talk about climate change. “Climate change is real. It is happening right now,” he said. “It is the most urgent threat facing our entire species and we need to work collectively together and stop procrastinating.”